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World War Women

Travelling exhibition spotlights contributions of Canadian women in both world wars

Nov 3, 2021 | 4:34 PM

The First and Second World Wars brought enormous changes to Canadian women’s lives, and women held critical and often dangerous roles.

The travelling exhibition World War Women, organized by the Canadian War Museum, explores the challenges women faced during two world wars, examines the choices they made, and highlights objects that tell their stories.

Delve into the many roles that women played in these major global conflicts. Their stories of strength, heroism and ingenuity continue to be inspiring. The exhibit is on display at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery (MAG) until Nov. 20.

As a complement to the travelling exhibit, the MAG has on display, a case that highlights “Red Deer’s World War Women”. Red Deer women had the opportunity to join the women’s division of the Army, Airforce and Navy. Local women’s and youth organizations worked tirelessly to support the troops, hospitals and those overseas.

Additionally, women helped the war effort from home in various ways. Objects on display range from uniforms and clothing items to cookbooks, and containers from household goods.

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Open for First Friday! Informal tours + ‘Meet & Greet’ with the new Executive Director

Nov. 5, 5-8pm

Location: Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery

Remembering Women on the Homefront (Remembrance Day)

Nov. 11, 1-4pm

Join us in-person this Remembrance Day for informal tours of the World War Women exhibit, then create a victory quilt patch from collaged paper to take home.

GUEST SPEAKER! Virtual Talk

Nothing Matters Now But Victory: Molly Lamb Bobak and Canadian Servicewomen

Nov. 20, 2 pm

Join special guest Stacey Barker, Arts and Military History Historian from the Canadian War Museum, for a look at the impact of the Second World War on Canadian women, mostly those who chose to join the military. This talk will be livestreamed on the MAG’s YouTube and Facebook pages.

Information about the exhibit and events can be found at the MAG’s website www.reddeermuseum.com.

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